Catering & Logistics Services
Production support across Spain, from Madrid and Barcelona studios to Andalucían, Canary Islands, and Mediterranean coast locations.
Catering logistics for film productions in Spain draws on one of Europe's most celebrated food cultures, with strong regional traditions — from Basque pintxos and Catalan cuisine to Andalucían tapas and Valencian paella. Spanish crews take food seriously, expecting quality fresh ingredients and proper meal service. The country's long lunch tradition and late dining schedule must be factored into production catering timing, alongside the Mediterranean climate that demands careful food safety management during hot summer shoots.
We connect you with Spanish catering logistics professionals who understand regional food sourcing, from La Boqueria in Barcelona to Madrid's Mercado de San Miguel and Seville's local markets. Our network includes providers experienced in managing crew meals at Ciudad de la Luz studios, on Canary Islands shoots, along the Mediterranean coast, and in the arid landscapes of Almería and Extremadura.
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Capabilities
Catering & Logistics Expertise
We provide comprehensive catering and logistics services that keep your cast and crew well-fed and your production running smoothly—from craft services to equipment transport.
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Catering Services
- Hot meals
- Craft services
- Dietary accommodations
- Breakfast service
- Late-night catering
Culinary Excellence
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Production Logistics
- Equipment transport
- Vehicle coordination
- Basecamp setup
- Load-in/out management
- Storage solutions
Logistics Mastery
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Basecamp Services
- Trailer coordination
- Facility management
- Power distribution
- Waste management
- Site maintenance
Basecamp Excellence
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Supply Management
- Inventory control
- Supply ordering
- Vendor coordination
- Emergency sourcing
- Cost tracking
Supply Chain
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Why Us
Why Choose Our Services
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Spanish Cuisine Knowledge
Caterers who honour Spain's regional food traditions — Basque, Catalan, Andalucían, and Valencian cuisine — using fresh local market ingredients and Mediterranean cooking expertise.
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Diverse Location Logistics
Experienced in managing catering on Canary Islands shoots, in Andalucían desert landscapes, along the Mediterranean coast, and in the mountain passes of the Pyrenees and Sierra Nevada.
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Dietary & Cultural Accommodations
Full support for vegetarian, vegan, halal, kosher, gluten-free, and allergy-specific dietary needs for international co-productions filming across Spain.
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Mediterranean Climate Service
Summer-adapted catering with cold chain management for hot Mediterranean conditions, siesta-aware scheduling, and lighter meal options during peak heat hours.
On Location
Catering logistics across Spanish regional cuisine — paella, tapas, jamón ibérico, Basque pintxos — under AESAN food-safety frameworks
Here is how this works in practice. Spain's film-catering logistics network runs through Cinema Catering Madrid, Stúdio Cocina Barcelona, Andalucía Film Catering (Sevilla and Almería operations). Canary Catering Service (Tenerife, Gran Canaria, Fuerteventura, Lanzarote), and the regional Basque, Galician. And Catalan expert providers operating to AESAN (Agencia Española de Seguridad Alimentaria y Nutrición) food-safety certification. The pool delivers regional Spanish cuisine that respects continental culinary geography — Valencian paella (paella valenciana, fideuà, arròs negre). Andalusian tapas (jamón ibérico de bellota, salmorejo, gazpacho andaluz, pescaíto frito, flamenquín, rabo de toro). Castilian cocido madrileño and asado de cordero.
Here is the short of it. Basque pintxos (Donostia-San Sebastián's pintxo culture, bacalao al pil-pil, txangurro, kokotxas). Galician pulpo a feira and empanada gallega. Catalan crema catalana and pan con tomate. Asturian fabada and sidra, Canarian papas arrugadas con mojo. Mallorcan ensaïmada and sobrassada, plus churros con chocolate, tortilla de patatas, and gambas al ajillo. Dietary lodging runs halal (Spain's 2M+ Muslim community plus North African crew on Almería and Canary Islands shoots), kosher, vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free. And lactose-free with full HACCP-trained operations.
Here is the breakdown. In practice catering trucks and crew-feeding tents route across AVE high-speed rail corridors (Madrid-Barcelona 2.5h, Madrid-Sevilla 2.5h, Madrid-Málaga 2.5h) for multi-unit logistics. With Mercedes Sprinter and Ford Transit refrigerated vehicles handling cold-chain deliveries to remote locations — Bárdenas Reales desert, Pyrenees high-alpine. Sierra Nevada, Almería badlands, Canary Islands volcanic. Galician Atlantic coast, and Mallorca-Ibiza Mediterranean. Summer 40°C+ heat in Sevilla, Almería, and Madrid drives cold-storage capacity, ice provisioning. Electrolyte and hydration strategy (Spanish crew working August schedules), and shade-and-tent infrastructure.
Here is what that looks like on the ground. AESAN food-safety certification, INSHT workplace-insurance compliance, halal-and-kosher chain-of-custody records, allergen labeling under EU 1169/2011. Plus Spain's ICAA 30% national rebate qualifying catering spend (with the 50% Canary Islands ZEC and 70% Navarra regional uplifts ready for treaty-eligible projects) underpin every craft-services and crew-meal budget. EUR Eurozone settlement and IVA 21% VAT recovery are baked in.
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
What dietary customs should we plan for when catering in Spain?
Spanish food culture revolves around fresh, seasonal ingredients with lunch as the main meal (typically served later than in Northern Europe). Crews expect quality hot meals with Mediterranean flavours. Spain's tapas tradition means crew members may prefer multiple smaller dishes. Vegetarian options are well-established, and halal provisions can be arranged in all major cities.
What food safety regulations apply to on-set catering in Spain?
Film catering in Spain must comply with EU food hygiene regulations and Spanish Royal Decree 3484/2000 on food handling. AESAN (Spanish Agency for Food Safety and Nutrition) oversees food safety. Caterers need proper registrations and food handler certifications. In summer heat, strict temperature control is essential.
How do you handle catering for Canary Islands shoots?
Canary Islands productions benefit from year-round mild weather but require supply logistics planned around inter-island transport and mainland imports. Our network includes caterers experienced in Canary Islands filming who source locally where possible and coordinate mainland supply shipments for specialty dietary requirements.
How do you match catering services to my production?
We assess your crew size, shooting schedule, location requirements, and any dietary considerations, then connect you with catering professionals experienced in productions of similar scale. We ensure the logistics are planned around your specific shoot days and locations.
Can catering logistics handle special dietary requirements?
Yes, professional film catering services routinely accommodate vegetarian, vegan, halal, kosher, gluten-free, and allergy-specific dietary needs. The coordinator collects dietary information from the production office in advance and plans menus that provide proper options for every crew and cast member.
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